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How to repair torn wallpaper

Step 1

How to repair torn wallpaper

Tear off a matching wallpaper patch

First, smooth the damaged wallpaper as much as possible.

Find a piece of wallpaper with a matching pattern and tear a patch so that the underlying paper is not showing.

Step 2

Activate the sticker

Moisten the back of the wallpaper to activate the adhesive. If the wallpaper is not prepasted, apply a thin layer of wallpaper paste.

Step 3

How to repair torn wallpaper

Apply the patch

Position the patch so that it matches the surrounding wallpaper pattern. Press the patch into place with a sponge.